So how have Wolves fans reacted to the news that former club captain Danny Batth has joined Staffordshire rivals Stoke City? And are Middlesbrough fans happy that a player they thought they had on loan for the season has been whisked away to a Championship rival? Steve Wollaston, a colleague from BirminghamLive, has been gauging reaction from the Black Country while Keith Wales has been out the lookout for any Teesside tantrums...

DANNY Batth finally departs Wolves with nothing but best wishes from a Wolves fanbase who have a lot to thank him for.

A vital part in the Wolves revival from the League One doldrums, he skippered the side with integrity and passion every time he donned the old gold shirt.

Batth led by example, both on the pitch an off it.

A towering and assured presence in defence, but also a vital part of the Wolves community off the pitch.

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Chris Cobbold: An exceptional servant to our club; thanks for everything Danny. We wish you every success at Stoke.

Robbie: Can’t knock Danny tbf. Gets a lot of unnecessary criticism. He always played for the badge not the pay packet... and even when not involved conducted himself in an excellent manner and deserves a lot of credit for that. Good Luck!

Mike Howe: Thank you for your service to our club Danny. Played an important part in restoring the pride in the club and connection with fans when we were at a low ebb. Won't be forgotten by those who recognise the role you played. Best of luck for the future.

Liam: Good luck Danny. You played a part in rebuilding the club to where it is now. Us Wolves fans thank you for that and all the best. Once a Wolf always a Wolf.

Phil Bradley: Good luck for the future, Danny. Helped drag the club back up from the lows of League One.

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Leamington Wolves: You are a credit to your profession and gave everything for Wolves in every game. You helped start us on this journey we are on! All the best for the future. Good luck at Stoke.

Tom Roper‏: Danny Batth stood by us through our darkest times. He was a model pro who represented the club in a truly professional manner. He deserves the utmost respect as he always showed our club respect. All the best in the future - 18 years of loyal service.

Alison Owen: Good luck, Danny. Thank you for taking us through the dark times when no one wanted the responsibility. You did an amazing job, sad to see you go.

Andy Bagley: A lad with Wolves gold running through his veins. He was a model pro, great leader and led by example. In our time of need in League One he stood tall and helped us get back to the Championship. Thanks Danny… and all the best for the rest of your career. #OnceAWolf

Danny Batth in action at Stoke City back in November on his first start for loan club Middlesbrough.

The Boro view...

It appears Middlesbrough had the opportunity to buy Danny Batth themselves before Stoke cinched a deal, but preferred instead to spend their money on assets further up the pitch. And that hasn’t gone down well with some Boro fans.